Blockwise Podcast
Temporada 1
por Cole West
Cole West talks with Artie Handz about his unusual path from law to ranch ownership and his journey into digital assets. They get into collecting, personal identity, and the different experiences that shaped Artie’s perspective on the space. The conversation also looks at how seemingly unrelated worlds can overlap, and what keeps Artie interested in collecting and the communities around it.
Bullish talks about his journey through crypto, from collecting and exploring the early culture of the space to building products of his own. We get into entrepreneurship, the challenges of building in crypto, and his experience working on projects focused on market signals and self-custody. The conversation also touches on Bitcoin, digital assets, and the ideas that have kept him involved in the space over the years.
Phantom Scribbler shares his perspective on collecting, digital culture, and what makes certain projects and ideas stick with a community. We talk about his approach to collecting, the role of memes and identity, and the people and projects that have shaped his experience in the space. The conversation also gets into Fingerprints, digital art, and the cultural side of collecting beyond simply buying and selling.
Miguel Faus talks about making Calladita, his journey as a filmmaker, and the challenges of bringing an independent film to life. We get into creative freedom, filmmaking outside the traditional studio system, and the ideas that shaped the project. He also shares how Web3 opened up new possibilities for funding and distributing films, and why these alternative models caught his attention.
Hyperspek brings a background in physics and technology to a conversation about digital culture, creativity, and his journey into the space. He shares how his interests in science, art, and emerging technology have shaped the way he thinks about digital communities and the projects around them. The conversation also explores the changing relationship between technology and culture, and what keeps him interested in the space after years of being involved.
OMZ joins Cole West to talk about his journey as a collector and his perspective on crypto art, community, and the culture surrounding digital collecting. He shares what drew him to the space, the ideas behind his collecting philosophy, and the importance of understanding the history of the collections and communities you become part of. The conversation explores conviction, creativity, innovation, and what makes a collection meaningful beyond its market value.
Frenchie shares his journey from collecting to building, with a look at the projects and communities that shaped his path. He talks about Lost Miners, BlokPax, and the experience of creating alongside the people who make these communities what they are. The conversation also explores digital collecting, community-driven projects, and what keeps builders engaged through different stages of the market.
Artus Van Frahm, founder of Frahm.art and a collector of digital art, joins Cole West for a conversation about his background, his path into collecting, and the experiences that shaped his perspective on digital art. They discuss his early interest in NFTs, his CryptoPunk #2772, and the role of identity and community in the culture surrounding digital collectibles.
Sean Bonner joins Cole West for a conversation about his work as an artist, author, and self-described misantologist. They explore his creative background, perspectives on art and culture, and the experiences that have shaped his work and outlook.
Cole West sits down with Mullet.eth to discuss his journey as a creator and collector, the people who shaped his experience in the space, and the role community has played along the way. They also revisit the cancellation of Proof of Conference and the conversations that followed, touching on authenticity, trust, and what keeps communities together.